By unveiling a world-first commercial tri-fold phone, Huawei has once again disrupted the smartphone world with its innovations in the Mate XT. The Mate XT was unveiled on Tuesday only a few hours after its major rival company, Apple announced its launching date for the Iphone 16 series. However, the new Mate XT boasts of sophisticated abilities, distinctive looks and perhaps the highest price ever estimated for any smart device ideally made.
How much does the Mate XT cost
The Huawei Mate XT is available at a starting price of 19,999 yuan ($2,812) for the 256-gigabyte model. There are higher storage options available at 21,999 yuan ($3,093) and 23,999 yuan ($3,374). It is one of the most expensive smartphones in the market but Huawei is confident that its distinct features and technology justifies its high price tag.
Richard Yu Chengdong who is the chairman of Huawei’s consumer business group made a statement indicating that the Mate XT is a landmark in smartphone design. According to Yu during the lunch event at Shenzhen, “We have made tremendous efforts [on developing the hinges] for years to solve the issue of mass production,”.” Who says he owned an event launch during? The innovative hinge design allows this device to be foldable in both directions, providing flexibility and durability which has never been seen in any foldable phone.
Features of the Mate XT
The Mate XT stands out from other smartphones due to its high-end specifications and various unique features. The most impressive part is the phone’s 10.2-inch screen, which provides an expansive display when opened fully. Even though this is a big phone it has a thin profile measuring only 3.6 millimeters in thickness. Such a lightweight design makes it portable, perfect for users who want to mix the functionality of a smartphone with tablet-sized screens.
Beyond the great display, the Mate XT also comes loaded with advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence and satellite connectivity among others. The incorporation of AI into all this device is to improve user experience and offer more customized services to customers. Colors available are Black and red.
When can you buy the Mate XT
On 20th September, Mate XT will be available for purchase but its pre-orders started earlier. As of Tuesday afternoon, over 4 million reservations have been made demonstrating that there is strong interest from consumers in Huawei’s latest product. The fact that there are so many pre-orders implies that Mate XT could be successful in the market especially in areas where Huawei has a substantial number of customers.
Potential buyers wishing to get the first edition of Mate XT are advised to hurry up since there is likely going to be high demand .The purchase can be done via Huawei’s official site or approved dealers.
What this means for Huawei
The launch of the Mate XT marks another step in Huawei’s comeback in the smartphone market, particularly in its home market of China. After facing challenges due to international sanctions, Huawei has managed to regain a foothold in the high-end segment, capturing 20% of the market share in the premium category during the first quarter of the year.
The Mate XT’s debut is expected to solidify Huawei’s position further, particularly among consumers looking for a distinctive and innovative device. Its tri-fold design not only sets it apart from competitors but also appeals to those seeking a unique blend of style and functionality in their smartphones.
